Best Bets Through March 31

Mar. 20, 2013

The seventh annual Greater Springfield Easter Sunrise Celebration starts at 6:30 a.m. Sunday at 935 East Trafficway. This year's celebration will feature a message from Major Norman Grainger of the Salvation Army. News-Leader File Photo - -With the Sun coming up members of Oak Grove Assembly of God sing gospel during the Sunrise service at Jordan Valley Park on Sunday. / Liang Steve J.P.

Easter story times

» A special bunny-themed story time, featuring the classic “Here Comes Peter Cottontail!” by Steve Nelson, is at 10 a.m. March 26, with snacks and activities. Call 885-0026.» Hear “The Easter Bunny’s Assistant” by Jan Thomas at 10 a.m. March 29, with snacks and activities.

Exploring history

» Bring your young explorer to the Conservation Kids’ Club: Just Like Lewis and Clark workshop, 6:30-7:45 p.m. March 28 at the Springfield Conservation Nature Center, 4601 S. Nature Center Way. Lewis and Clark went to the Pacific and back, keeping their crew fed along the way. Kids will learn how to hunt and trap and “dead reckon” their way home. This is free for ages 7-12. No younger siblings and only one adult per group of kids is allowed. Space is limited; register at 888-4237.

Bust a move

» Get in the groove at the Family Dance Party, 10 a.m. March 30 at the Library Center, 4653 S. Campbell Ave. Dust off those disco shoes and check out some new dance moves. Try Kinect and Wii dance games, along with music and motion for the younger crowd. This is free for all ages. Call 882-0714.

Easter at the zoo

» Who can find the eggs faster — an elephant or a monkey? Find out at Enrichment EGGstravaganza, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. March 30 at Dickerson Park Zoo, 1401 W. Norton Road. Watch the zoo’s animals hunt for egg treats. The zoo is open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Regular zoo admission is $8; $5 for ages 3-12 and seniors 60 and older. Call 864-1800 or visit dickersonparkzoo.org.

Sunrise celebration

» Celebrate Easter with the community at the Easter Sunrise Celebration, 6:45 a.m. March 31 at Hammons Field, 955 E. Trafficway St. The gates open at 6:15 a.m. The interdenominational community event is open to all. In case of inclement weather, the service will be indoors at the Springfield Cardinals training facility at Hammons Field.